ME16 0BS is a safe, established residential area on Grace Avenue, 1.0km from Allington in Maidstone. Administratively it sits within Bridge ward and the Maidstone and The Weald constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in ME16, ME16 0BS offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £524k.
Census 2021 statistics for ME16 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00123556 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRACE AVENUE, ME16 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRACE AVENUE, ME16 0BS.
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41
£ 54,900 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: ME16 0BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. ME16 0BS's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £524k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ME16 0BS. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 487,000
13 sales · Mean £ 464,884
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
ME16 0BS has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Palace Wood Primary School
The Maplesden Noakes School
Allington Primary School
Maidstone Grammar School for Girls
Brunswick House Primary School
St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maidstone
Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision
St Simon Stock Catholic School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Ringlestone Farm Shop1.0 km
- Oh Sugar Sugar0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- McColls0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- 14 Forty FM Services - Compass Group0.8 km
- Aunt Sally's0.5 km
- St Nicholas Church Hall0.5 km
- Thompsons Pie And Mash0.5 km
- Tuesday Cafe0.4 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
- Waitrose0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Humphrey's Of Allington0.5 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.5 km
- Taksim Mezze And Grill0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Sir Thomas Wyatt Public House0.9 km
- Maidstone Bowls Club0.9 km
- Welcome Gym0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Maidstone Barracks1.1 km
- Maidstone East1.4 km
- Barming1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Grace Avenue Tesco Express0.1 km
- Grace Avenue Tesco Express0.1 km
- Grace Avenue0.2 km
- Stockbury Drive0.2 km
- Grace Avenue Bottom0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: ME160BS · Data under Open Government Licence